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OFH 956R

1976 Ford Cortina

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,769 mi
Last recorded99,769 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 1976 Ford Cortina56,094 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFH 956R
MakeFord
ModelCortina
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2021 99,769 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 99,762 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 99,755 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened wish bone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 99,751 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 99,751 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 99,739 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 93,713 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 57,222 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 49,674 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 43,423 miles

ex blowing at manifold

underneath of vechicle freshly coated in underseal

How Reliable is the Ford Cortina?

Based on 56,538 MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
409
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
7,991
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,806
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,355
brake binding 1,352
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,210
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,173
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OFH 956R is a 1976 Ford Cortina in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1976 Ford Cortina models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 56,094 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Cortina fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,806 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFH 956R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Cortina typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 50 years old, this Ford Cortina is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFH 956R registered?

OFH 956R is a 1976 Ford Cortina, first registered on 18 August 1976.

Is OFH 956R safe to buy?

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